Manufacturing Specialist - Day Shift (Mon-Fri 6A-2:30P)

nLIGHT•Hillsboro, OR

11d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

At nLIGHT, a provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace and defense applications, Manufacturing Specialists produce high-powered fiber lasers and components as part of a manufacturing team. No experience is required; on-the-job training is provided for hands-on production tasks, including electromechanical assembly. The position offers progression increases as employees gain experience and develop their skills. The role performs production work in a cleanroom and controlled chemical environment, following documented work instructions and safety and quality standards. The work may involve cleanroom garments, microscopes, solvents, and manual and electronic assembly tools. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; overtime may be needed to meet team and company goals. Applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined in the posting to qualify under U.S. Export Control regulations. nLIGHT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

No prior experience is required.
Ability to work in a team-oriented production environment.
Basic computer skills for data entry.
Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
Good communication skills.
Commitment to working safely and willingness to follow management-established rules and regulations, including safety, attendance, and breaks.
Ability to communicate in English and follow written and verbal instructions.
Basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication skills for inventory processing, counting, time allocation, and work hours.
Good attention to detail.
Ability to work overtime as needed to meet team and company goals.
Ability to work the assigned shift with or without reasonable accommodation; dependable and reliable.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for an eight-hour shift and lift up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to frequently use hands for repetitive simple and firm grasping and fine-detail work.
Ability to function in a cleanroom, wear cleanroom garments, and work in a controlled chemical environment.
Must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electronic assembly is preferred but not required.
Soldering and/or wire bonding experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Learn and perform electromechanical assembly operations.
Use manual and electronic tools for assembly.
Enter production data into a computer-based system.
Contribute as a team member.
Perform production tasks in a cleanroom while wearing cleanroom garments; duties may include using a microscope and handling solvents.
Perform production activities according to documented work instructions and standards.
Identify and report irregularities that do not comply with work instructions.
Complete work safely and comply with safety and quality standards.
Check equipment regularly to ensure normal operation.
Engage in basic troubleshooting as needed.

Benefits

Competitive wages with progression increases as experience and skills develop.
Target cash bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages.
120 hours of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays.
Health benefits eligibility on the first day of the month after the start date.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits, including prescription and orthodontia coverage, with employee-paid premiums as low as $40 per pay period.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Aflac supplemental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Jury duty and bereavement leave pay.
Tuition assistance.
Pet insurance.